Alisson Becker took immense satisfaction in a ‘special’ three points as Liverpool secured victory in the 243rd Merseyside derby at Anfield.
Two second-half goals from Mohamed Salah gave Jürgen Klopp’s side a 2-0 win over Everton, who played the majority of the Premier League game with 10 men following the dismissal of Ashley Young before half-time.
The result ensured the Reds returned to winning ways after the recent international break, and afterwards a delighted Alisson spoke to Liverpoolfc.com to reflect on the game
He said: “Every three points we can get is massive for us. Today was even more special for us as it was a derby.
“We know the importance for the supporters, for the city, for everybody and for us as well.
“We are going to keep fighting and let’s see what we can reach.”
Liverpool were made to work for their victory, with Salah’s opening goal arriving from the penalty spot 15 minutes from the end, before he completed the scoring deep into stoppage time.
“This guy is amazing,” said Alisson of the No.11. “I’m so glad to have him in our team. I hope he can break all the records that he has in front of him as long as he keeps the red shirt on him!”
The goalkeeper added: “It’s always tough to come back from the national team and play a 12.30. We were travelling a lot, going to South America and playing hard games, but I’m glad we could get the three points. That was massive today.”
Alisson, who recorded his second Premier League clean sheet of the season after a solid defensive performance, also praised his side’s patience and discipline in finding a way to win against 10 men.
“During the matches, sometimes you have to deal with that feeling of frustration and I think we did really well today,” he continued.
“We were patient enough and worked the ball well to create the chances. Lucho [Luis Diaz]’s one-v-ones were amazing [in] creating chances for us, and [then] suddenly the game opens up for us and we get the two goals.
